The Neonate Rises

Ears, eyes, and attitude!

In just under two weeks, Thumbelina has grown from 8 ounces to almost a pound and a half! She has fully opened her eyes and her ears are beginning to flop around. She still struggles to fully latch when feeding, but she is giving it her best try and still eats more formula than we could ever imagine! Thumbelina is holding up her head and walking around, using her "T-rex" arm as a balance. Once she is less wobbly and has more motor control, we will begin physical therapy to help her grow and develop as normally as possible. She has a long road ahead and plenty of challenges to face, but for now, she's just the best puppy we could ask for.